Quote by Bodhidharma
The ignorant mind, with its infinite afflictions, passions, and evils, is rooted in the three poisons. Greed, anger, and delusion.
Summary
This quote highlights the detrimental nature of an ignorant mind which is characterized by numerous afflictions, passions, and evils. It suggests that this mindset is grounded in what are referred to as the three poisons: greed, anger, and delusion. Greed signifies an insatiable desire for material possessions or power, while anger embodies destructive emotions and hostility. Delusion refers to a distorted perception of reality. The quote implies that these three poisons contribute to the continuation of ignorance and its negative consequences.
Topics
Anger
By Bodhidharma